7 out of ten top AI firms chose Bengaluru as India base: Priyank Kharge
The Karnataka IT Minister said that the State was working on figuring out a sustainable route for the ongoing datacentre build out
Have no personal involvement in Congress' action against some minority leaders: D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar denied personal involvement in actions against Congress minority leaders, stating decisions were made by the party high command based on reports of an internal conspiracy during the Davanagere South bypolls. He emphasized party discipline and dismissed claims of factionalism, asserting the Congress represents all sections of society.
Karnataka hosts Diplomatic Innovation Dialogue in New Delhi
Karnataka ready for global partnerships beyond tech: DK Shivakumar
Karnataka is actively seeking global partnerships across trade, innovation, and collaboration. The state aims to strengthen ties with over 80 countries. Bengaluru is highlighted as a hub for talent and investment. The Global Innovation Alliance is evolving for outcome-driven collaborations. The Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026 will focus on AI and beyond, fostering deeper co-creation and long-term global partnerships.
Not grades, marks will be awarded for SSLC third language: State govt tells Karnataka High Court
HC says that rules of the game cannot be changed midway while asking govt to adhere to October, 2025, circular on evaluation
Karnataka Political Murders: BJP Welcomes Court Ruling in Congress MLAs Case
Bengaluru, April 17: The recent court ruling in the murder case of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda has been welcomed by R. Ashoka, the leader of the opposition and a Congress MLA, who believes it marks a significant step in curbing politically motivated killings in Karnataka. Ashoka stated, This serves as a clear example of the ... Read more Karnataka Political Murders: BJP Welcomes Court Ruling in Congress MLAs Case
North Karnataka: Various events to be held to celebrate Basava Jayanti
Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for Civil Judges: Apply by May 15
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka High Court has issued an official notification for the recruitment of 90 Civil Judge positions. This includes 15 new posts and 75 pending vacancies. The distribution of these positions is as follows: 18 for General Merit, 3 for Scheduled Castes, 2 for Scheduled Tribes, 18 for Category-I, 24 for Category-II(A), ... Read more Karnataka High Court Announces Recruitment for Civil Judges: Apply by May 15
Action against Muslim leaders: Karnataka Congress in damage control mode to keep support base intact
A meeting between Satish Jarkiholi and Shivakumar on Friday has fuelled speculation over the possible revocation of Abdul Jabbars suspension from the primary membership of the Congress to control
Decisions on Karnataka leadership rests with Congress high command: Home Minister G. Parameshwara
Natural for Cabinet aspirants to approach the party leadership, says G. Parameshwara
Bhimeshwar Temple: A Unique Convergence of Nature and History
New Delhi, April 17: In South India, numerous temples hold deep significance for devotees. Nestled in the lush Western Ghats, these temples attract both worshippers and tourists alike. Today, we explore a temple with a rich history linked to the Pandavas of the Mahabharata. Located in the Sagar region of Shimoga district in Karnataka, Bhimeshwar ... Read more Bhimeshwar Temple: A Unique Convergence of Nature and History
Karnataka BJP Accuses Congress of Fear Over Womens Reservation Bill
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stated on Friday that Congress leaders are raising unnecessary objections regarding the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam and the issue of delimitation. The BJP further noted that the opposition had initially welcomed the bill but is now opposing it. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, opposition leader and ... Read more Karnataka BJP Accuses Congress of Fear Over Womens Reservation Bill
D.K. Shivakumar Addresses Action Against Minority Leaders in Karnataka
Bengaluru, April 17: Karnatakas Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated on Friday that the recent actions taken against two minority leaders of the party were not personal. He emphasized that such measures could not be initiated without directives from Delhi. During a press interaction in Bengaluru, Shivakumar remarked, There is nothing personal in the actions ... Read more D.K. Shivakumar Addresses Action Against Minority Leaders in Karnataka
Bengaluru, April 17: In a significant ruling, a special court in Bengaluru has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 15 others to life imprisonment for their involvement in the murder of BJP leader Yogesh Gowda. The court also imposed a fine of 30,000 on each convict. This verdict was delivered following a lengthy trial that ... Read more Karnataka BJP Leader Murder Case: Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 16 Others Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Vinay Kulkarni, elected to the Legislative Assembly from the Dharwad constituency, was named as prime accused in the murder of Yogeshgouda Goudar, a 26-year-old BJP zilla panchayat member, in Dharwad in 2016
Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni, 16 others gets life imprisonment in 2016 BJP worker murder case
A Special Court has sentenced Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni and 16 others to life imprisonment for the 2016 murder of BJP leader Yogeshgouda Goudar. The court found them guilty of murder and criminal conspiracy. This conviction leads to Kulkarni's immediate disqualification from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly.
Trekking Without Nature Guide Won't Be Allowed In Karnataka
Karnataka forest minister Eshwar Khandre releases SOP stating no permission to trekkers without a certified nature guide equipped with GPS-enabled walkie-talkies.
Karnatakas Political Turmoil: Muslim Leaders Express Discontent Over Congress Candidate Selection
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka Assembly seat in Davanagere has become a focal point of political tension following the death of senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. In the wake of his passing, leaders from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Karnataka demanded that the Congress party nominate a candidate from the Muslim community for the upcoming by-election. However, the ... Read more Karnatakas Political Turmoil: Muslim Leaders Express Discontent Over Congress Candidate Selection
Discontent Among Muslim Leaders Following Congresss Candidate Selection in Karnataka
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka assembly seat in Davanagere has become a focal point of controversy following the death of senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. After his passing, leaders from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Karnataka urged the Congress party to nominate a candidate from the Muslim community for the upcoming by-election. However, the party decided to field ... Read more Discontent Among Muslim Leaders Following Congresss Candidate Selection in Karnataka
Karnataka Forest Department has introduced a strict Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) for eco-trails, hiking, and trekking following recent incidents. Violators will be blacklisted, and group sizes are capped at 10 trekkers with mandatory trained guides. Overnight stays are prohibited, and all treks must be completed within a single day.
Initial reports suggest that the victims were returning to Sirwar after visiting Sri Venugopal Swamy temple in Shorapur
6 burnt alive, several injured as carbus collision sparks blaze in Karnataka
Tragedy struck Yadgir, Karnataka, as a devastating head-on collision between a car and a private bus ignited a fierce blaze, claiming at least six lives. The car's occupants were tragically burnt alive, with two others rescued and hospitalized for severe burns. The accident occurred near Devapur, with the car en route to Raichur and the bus from Bengaluru.
Trekking SOP announced by Karnataka, online registration and nature guide mandatory
A mobile app with details of trekking route maps will be installed in the phone of every trekker, which will help locate a trekker if they get lost
Discontent Among Muslim Leaders in Karnataka Over Congress Candidate Selection
Bengaluru, April 17: The Karnataka Assembly seat in Davanagere has become a point of contention following the passing of senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. After his death, leaders from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Karnataka urged the Congress party to nominate a candidate from the Muslim community for the upcoming by-election. However, the party decided to field Shivashankarappas ... Read more Discontent Among Muslim Leaders in Karnataka Over Congress Candidate Selection
Karnataka Cabinet approves AI Centre of Excellence at Electronics City in Bengaluru
Also, a Technology & Innovation Museum will be developed in east Bengaluru under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model with a total project cost of 100 crore
Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder Amir Hamza was shot at in Lahore after a TV appearance, with assailants escaping on motorcycles. The attack, which bore similarities to a Bollywood film scene, has drawn condemnation from Hafiz Saeed's party, which questioned the Punjab government's security. Hamza, designated a terrorist by the US, previously headed LeT's special campaigns.
A Hindu outfit has urged Bengaluru police to cancel comedian Munawar Faruqui's upcoming show, citing past controversies and potential law and order issues. The Hindu Janajagruti Samiti referenced a 2021 case in Indore where Faruqui was accused of hurting religious sentiments and has faced similar complaints and show cancellations in other cities.
Sayyid Akbar Husayni PU College in Kalaburagi launches integrated coaching for NEET, JEE, and K-CET
The coaching programme will be formally inaugurated on April 22
Entrepreneurship Cell set up at Bright B-School in Hubballi
Director of Bright Business School Prof. Prasad Roodagi said that every student should dream of becoming an entrepreneur and contribute meaningfully to society at large
Encroachments in Ballari cleared, over 5 acres of land reclaimed by district administration
Illegal structures were demolished using earthmovers, and a signboard declaring the land as Government Property was installed
Ktaka cabinet clears Rohith Vemula Bill; Rs 10L fine for caste bias
After HC push, Ktaka to fast-track period leave legislation
Karnataka braces for weak monsoon, water stress looms in 213 taluks
Karnataka Congress faces Ulema backlash after action against 2 MLCs
Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission relief sparks EV infra boom at petrol pumps
Hotel gutted in major fire mishap
After BTP, traffic warden team to be launched to ease congestion in Tumakuru
Karnataka Folklore University under scanner for offering PG courses unrelated to its specialisation
One held for selling IPL tickets in black market in Bengaluru
Jeweller in Bengaluru leaves shop for 3 minutes, finds ornaments and cash gone
Wait & Worry: Delays grow in domestic LPG deliveries in Bengaluru
A-khata maze: High costs, missing paperwork stall approvals in Bengaluru
First phase of Census 2027 begins, Greater Bengaluru Authority deputes over 26,000 personnel
Scorching Chittapur secures green haven as Karnatakas wildlife reserve
Space under Bellandur flyover turns into vibrant public area
Karnataka government extends DG-IGP Saleems tenure till Aug 2027
IOC ups auto LPG supply by 300%
If its ready, open it: Bengalureans miffed as red tape delays double-decker flyover opening
South's LS seats, political weight to rise: Govt
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured southern states their representation will rise with Lok Sabha expansion to 816 seats. He stated Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will see increased seats and political weight. Shah also clarified that reservation for Muslim women based on religion is unconstitutional. Bills related to women's reservation and delimitation were introduced.
No reduction in southern seats: Amit Shah
New Delhi, Apr 16:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday sought to allay concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise, asserting that the number of parliamentary seats in southern states will not be reduced even as the Centre moves to significantly expand the Lok Sabha. Addressing concerns surrounding the ongoing delimitation process, Shah said the exercise would be carried out strictly in accordance with existing legal provisions. The Delimitation Commission law is strictly in accordance with the existing (old) law. There is no change. It will not impact the ongoing elections, he said. Shah said that the proposed expansion of the Lok Sabha from the current 543 seats to 816 represents a nearly 50 percent increase, aimed at better representation of the population without disadvantaging any region. The number of seats in the southern states will not be reduced, Shah said, amid apprehensions from several states over a possible shift in political balance. He said that a completely false narrative was being spread that the representation of southern states would go down in the Lok Sabha after its strength is increased to 816 seats following the implementation of women's reservation and delimitation of constituencies. Intervening in the debate in Lok Sabha on the three bills introduced for amendment of the women's quota law and to set up a delimitation commission, Shah said the fact is that the number of seats will go up and power will grow. He said the number of Lok Sabha seats in the five southern states will go up from the present 129 to 195 seats while the percentage of power will increase from 23.76 per cent to 23.87 or almost 24 percent. Lok Sabha seats in Karnataka will increase to 42 from the present 28; in Andhra Pradesh, the number of Lok Sabha sets will increase to 38 from 25; in Telangana, it will be 26 from present 17; in Tamil Nadu, the number of Lok Sabha seats will go up to 59 from the present 39; and in Kerala, it will be 30 seats from the present 20, he said. Shah strongly rejected the opposition suggestion that the government will indulge in some kind of mischief during the delimitation exercise, saying the NDA government has not made any changes in the existing law. The delimitation bill is exactly like the previous law brought by your government. There is no change, not even a comma or a full stop, he said. Explaining how the total number of seats in the new Lok Sabha is fixed at 816, the Home Minister said it is exactly 50 percent more than the current total seats. On the issue of caste enumeration, the Home Minister said that the government had already taken a decision to conduct a caste census as part of the ongoing population census exercise. Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Cabinet has decided to conduct a caste census. The ongoing census is being conducted on the basis of caste enumeration. There is no need to spread confusion, he said. Shah said on that Muslims will not be given reservation on the basis of religion as such a quota would be unconstitutional. The question of providing reservation to Muslim women on the basis of religion does not even arise. Our Constitution does not allow at all to give reservation on the basis of religion. I want to make it clear our government's resolve that Muslims will not be given reservation on the basis of religion. Such reservation is unconstitutional, he said after the Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav and Dharmendra Yadav spoke in favour of giving a quota to Muslims. The Home Minister said the Samajwadi Party members were saying that they would place the demand for a caste census but he would like to inform them that the government had already taken a decision to carry out the caste census and it would be carried out along with the population enumeration. Right now, the counting of households is underway and the households do not have any caste. If the Samajwadi Party had its way, they would determine the caste of households as well, he said. Shah also said if the Samajwadi Party gives all its tickets to Muslim women, where do we have any objection, we have no objections at all. He said that during the population enumeration, the census authorities would keep a provision for caste enumeration, which I personally want too. I want to make it clear that this census will be conducted along with caste enumeration, the Home Minister said. Shahs remarks come at a time when the Centres proposed delimitation plan and census-related announcements have triggered widespread political debate, particularly over representation, federal balance, and data transparency. The government has maintained that both exercises are aimed at strengthening democratic representation and ensuring equitable policy planning based on updated demographic data. (With PTI inputs)
Bangalore Development Authorit to pay Rs 56 lakh interest for delay in Kempegowda Layout amenities
Posing as Bengaluru civic commissioner, crooks try to fleece officials
Karnataka Common Entrance Test webinar & mock test to clear your queries
Karnataka Congress Faces Backlash Over Candidate Selection for Davanagere Seat
Bengaluru, April 17: The Davanagere Assembly seat in Karnataka has become a focal point of controversy following the death of senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. After his passing, leaders from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Karnataka demanded that the Congress party field a candidate from the Muslim community for the upcoming by-election. However, the party has decided to ... Read more Karnataka Congress Faces Backlash Over Candidate Selection for Davanagere Seat
State extends tenure of M.A. Saleem till August 2027, giving him two-year tenure as Police Chief
Swiss green crusader with Dharwad ties passes away
IPL season fuels surge in illegal cricket betting cases
Kannada poet Betageri Krishnasharmas works commemorated
Bgavi dist administration plans crackdown on illegal laterite mining on govt land
Dharwad DC meets farmers leaders
Ballari consumer panel orders Rs 2 lakh payout in PMSBY dispute
Trustee warns expelled seer Vachanananda
Internal quota: Govt. sets up technical committee under CS
Portrait desecration of national leaders sparks protest in Kukanur
KRRS demands priority for farmers in loan distribution
Swift response of ambulance staff ensures safe delivery of baby girl in Yelburga
VTU to establish a quantum computing lab at Bengaluru campus
Nearly 8,000 Quintals Of PDS Fine Rice Seized In Nalgonda Since March
According to department sources, despite the distribution of fine rice to ration card holders through fair price shops, illegal diversion and smuggling of PDS rice to neighbouring States such as Karnataka and Maharashtra is continuing.
Job aspirants protest: Arvind Bellad flays police action
BDA to move High Court; claims 90% of civil works complete
Coaching for K-SET and UGC-NET examinations
Free health camp from April 21
Court sentences two men to 20 years RI each in two sexual assault cases
Akkaareya Angala summer camps for rural kids begin
Zilla Panchayat CEO warns of action against officials for lapses or lack of coordination
The South after delimitation: What the maths shows from Tamil Nadu to Andhra
Parliament buzzed with debate over India's representational future as the delimitation exercise and Women's Reservation Bill took center stage. Prime Minister Modi and home minister Shah assured southern states no injustice would occur, projecting increased seats and influence. Maths indicate a marginal shift in overall share despite seat increases for Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
Million Years Old Yana Rocks Get Geoheritage Site Status in Karnataka
The geoheritage status to Yana rocks has come on the occasion of Geological Survey of India celebrating its 176th foundation day
NutriVision-2026 conference begins in Mysuru
West Asia conflict may affect fertiliser supply
Threat intelligence firm issues caution against malicious streaming app
Belagavi-based IT companys report has already been shared with State and Central governments
M.M. Hills gets waste management boost under Green Tomorrow drive
Karnataka staring at monsoon deficit in all but five districts, says Chief Minister
Onus of ensuring drinking water supply is on Deputy Commissioners, says Siddaramaiah
Domestic Workers Union calls for welfare board
A petition submitted to the Labour Minister included demands such as the creation of a welfare board,specificationof minimum wages,social security, job security, paid leave, and menstrual leave for the domestic workers in Karnataka
IndianOil triples auto LPG supply in Bengaluru amid disruption, doubles dispatches to Karnataka
IndianOil has significantly increased Auto LPG supplies in Bengaluru by nearly 300 percent. This action addresses a sharp surge in demand caused by disruptions in private sector supply chains. The company is working to stabilize fuel availability for the city's transport system. Supplies across Karnataka have also doubled. IndianOil's outlets are operating without interruption to meet the elevated demand.
Kodagu police seizes tipper trucks for spilling crushed stones on roads
Court to pronounce quantum of sentence to MLA Vinay Kulkarni and others on April 17
Farmers body hits out at Forest Ministers proposal to sterilise wild animals
Wildlife Board declares 2,877 acres of forest land as protected reserve in Kalaburagi
Karnataka High Court clears way for e-auction of discontinued or unused liquor licences
It did so by setting aside the November 2025 interim order of a single judge, who had stayed the amended rules that altered the framework for grant and renewal of these licences through the e-auction process
India is introducing its new Light Utility Helicopter. This indigenous aircraft will replace older helicopters in the Himalayas. The LUH is designed for extreme high-altitude missions. It will support troop transport, medical evacuation, and logistics. The Indian Air Force and Army will receive 171 units. Deliveries will begin soon from Karnataka.
Census 2027: Door-to-door enumeration begins in Mysuru
6,450 enumerators deployed in Mysuru for the exercise, 999 enumerators have been deployed across Kodagu to ensure effective coverage; self-enumeration phase concludes
